• Online, Instructor-Led
Course Description

The Threat Analysis and Risk Assessment (TARA) Course provides participants with essential knowledge and skills to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and risks in various contexts, including information systems, organizations, and projects. Through practical exercises and case studies, learners will gain hands-on experience in conducting comprehensive TARA processes and implementing effective risk mitigation strategies.

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the fundamental concepts of threat analysis and risk assessment.
  • Identify and analyze potential threats to information security.
  • Develop skills in conducting comprehensive risk assessments.
  • Evaluate the impact of identified risks on organizational assets and operations.
  • Implement risk mitigation strategies and countermeasures.
  • Apply industry-standard frameworks and methodologies in TARA processes.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate and prioritize identified risks.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in using relevant tools and technologies for threat analysis.
  • Stay updated on emerging threats and vulnerabilities in the cybersecurity landscape.
  • Integrate risk management into overall organizational security policies and procedures.

Framework Connections

The materials within this course focus on the NICE Framework Task, Knowledge, and Skill statements identified within the indicated NICE Framework component(s):

Work Roles

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